Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rejdalii
ID:
458642

Status:
valid

Authors:
Upson & Jury

Source:
wcs

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Taxon 51: 317 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000457974

Common Names

  • Lavandula Rejdalii
  • Rejdal's Lavender
  • Lavender

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Synonyms

  • Lavandula brevidens bastricha Maire [unknown]
  • Lavandula brevidens glabrescens Maire [unknown]

Description

Lavandula rejdalii (also called Rejdal's Lavender, among many other common names) is a species of shrub in the Lamiaceae family. It is native to Yemen and is found in dry, rocky habitats. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall and has small, glossy leaves. The flowers are small and purple, and the fruit is a small, black berry.

Uses & Benefits

Lavandula rejdalii is used as an ornamental plant, as well as for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and antifungal properties, and is also used to treat a variety of ailments, including headaches, insomnia, and anxiety.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lavandula rejdalii are small, purple and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lavandula rejdalii is a small shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in a sunny or partially shaded position. Propagation is best done from cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-drained medium.

Where to Find Lavandula rejdalii

Lavandula rejdalii is native to the tropical rainforests of Yemen.

Lavandula rejdalii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lavandula rejdalii?

Lavandula rejdalii

What is the common name of Lavandula rejdalii?

Rejdali's Lavender

What is the natural habitat of Lavandula rejdalii?

Dry, rocky slopes and cliffs

Species in the Lavandula genus

Lavandula alportelensis, Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandula antineae, Lavandula aristibracteata, Lavandula atriplicifolia, Lavandula bipinnata, Lavandula buchii, Lavandula cadevallii, Lavandula canariensis, Lavandula citriodora, Lavandula coronopifolia, Lavandula dentata, Lavandula dhofarensis, Lavandula erythraeae, Lavandula galgalloensis, Lavandula gibsonii, Lavandula hasikensis, Lavandula heterophylla, Lavandula intermedia, Lavandula lanata, Lavandula latifolia, Lavandula limae, Lavandula losae, Lavandula macra, Lavandula mairei, Lavandula maroccana, Lavandula minutolii, Lavandula multifida, Lavandula nimmoi, Lavandula pedunculata, Lavandula pinnata, Lavandula pubescens, Lavandula rotundifolia, Lavandula setifera, Lavandula somaliensis, Lavandula stoechas, Lavandula sublepidota, Lavandula subnuda, Lavandula tenuisecta, Lavandula viridis, Lavandula bramwellii, Lavandula ginginsii, Lavandula qishnensis, Lavandula rejdalii, Lavandula saharica, Lavandula samhanensis, Lavandula cavanillesii, Lavandula austroapennina,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-251901: Based on the initial data import
Stephen Leonard Jury (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jury' in the authors string.
Tim M. Upson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Upson' in the authors string.